Stewartstown, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Stewartstown is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 1,863. Residents earn $69,583 per year, which is 7% below the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
1,863 Population 2,218/sq mi density
$69,583 Median Income $41,649 per capita
$250,400 Home Value $382,126 Zillow
$864 Median Rent
54°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$69,583 median income, 2.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$250,400 home value, $864/mo rent
B
Education
3.4 / 5.0
29.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $69,583
7% lower than US avg
Home Value $250,400
11% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 29.9%
11% lower than US avg
Median Rent $864
26% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.0%
44% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.7%
46% lower than US avg

How Stewartstown Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population1,863
Median Age44.2 yrs
Density2,218/mi²
Male / Female42% / 58%
Largest GroupWhite 87%

Economy

A
Median Income$69,583
Per Capita$41,649
Unemployment2.0%
Poverty6.7%
County GDP$28,433M
Commute35 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$250,400
Rent$864
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$382,126

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp54°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain47.9 in/yr
Elevation871 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+29.9%
High School+94.1%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 37%
Commute35 min
Libraries14

Is Stewartstown a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Stewartstown receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. Stewartstown stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Stewartstown is $69,583, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.0%. Only 6.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Stewartstown is $250,400, 11% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $864 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.6x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

29.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Stewartstown experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.9 inches, including 34.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Stewartstown has a population of 1,863 with a density of 2,218 people per square mile. The median age is 44.2 years, 14% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (87.1%), with 4.1% Black.

Population

1,863
Total Population
2,218
People / sq mi
44.2yrs
Median Age
14% above US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 42.1%
Female 57.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Stewartstown vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.2%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.8%
94% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Stewartstown vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Stewartstown is $69,583, which is 7% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Income: Stewartstown vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$69,583
7% below US avg
Per Capita Income$41,649
Avg Weekly Wage$1,201
IRS Avg AGI$76,261

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.0%
44% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.7%
46% below US avg
Establishments (County)9,389
County GDP$28,433M

Business (County)

Restaurants789
Healthcare1,029
Retail1,183
Manufacturing524

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,050
101% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.82%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time35.2 min
Work from Home15.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Stewartstown is $250,400, 11% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $864 (26% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $382,126.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$250,400
11% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$382,126

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$189
Homes Sold3
Sale-to-List Ratio101.7%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory2

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$864
26% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$900
1 Bedroom$996
2 Bedrooms$1,225
3 Bedrooms$1,570
4 Bedrooms$1,744

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied63.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,050
101% above US avg
Effective Rate2.82%

Health Metrics: Stewartstown vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.2%
Premature Death7,602/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.7/10
Exercise Access77.3%
Healthcare Facilities1,029

Crime Rates: Stewartstown vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)32

Safety Score

Stewartstown has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

32°F Jan (-0°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average53.7°F
1% below US avg
January Average32°F (-0°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.9 inches
26% above US avg
Snowfall34.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation871 ft (265 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.2 km²)
Population Density2,218/sq mi
Coordinates39.7528°N, 76.5925°W
County FIPS42133
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 29.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (11% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 25.3-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 62.2%
D 36.9%

Winner: Republican by 25.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+29.9%
11% below US avg
High School+94.1%
School Test Score5.95
B Education Grade (3.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density2,218/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries14
Healthcare Facilities1,029
Restaurants789
Retail Stores1,183

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)32

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute35.2 min
Work from Home15.8%

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